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Guacamole and Queso arrive at QDOBA! The fast-casual Mexican restaurant is getting ready to celebrate two of the most anticipated culinary holidays for customers: National Guacamole Day and National Queso Day. To celebrate, the chain launched its Diptember program, a series of deals you can enjoy over 12 days. Here’s what you need to know.
What is Diptember, QDOBA’s promo program?
Diptember is a 12-day celebration where customers can get prizes and offers. This promotion is exclusive to QDOBA Rewards members, so if you’re not signed up yet, there’s still time to join the program.
When do QDOBA’s Diptember deals start?
According to the company, Diptember deals will run from September 9 to 20.
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What are QDOBA’s Diptember offers?
You’ll have the chance to win over 700 individual prizes, including giveaways, exclusive promotional items, and of course, lots of free queso and guac. To participate, you simply need to purchase chips and dips during the promo period. Here are some of the prizes:
- 100 QDOBA Gold Cards, good for a year of FREE chips and dips
- 25 pairs of orange and green Crocs, each with 3 custom Jibbitz
- 125 Diptember-themed holiday sweaters
- One (1) original queso oil painting by viral artist Noah Verrier
- One (1) Whirlpool Tub with jets (valued at $10,000)
But that’s not all. During Diptember, you’ll also get Double Points Day. Plus, on National Guacamole Day and National Queso Day, you’ll receive free chips and dips with the purchase of an entrée.
What is QDOBA Rewards?
It’s the company’s loyalty program. You earn 1 point for every dollar spent, which you can redeem for great benefits. With 125 catering points, you get a free main dish, and for every 1000 points, you receive a $50 discount on catering or a $50 Visa gift card. The free main dish and $50 catering discount expire 60 days after redeeming the points.
QDOBA Menu
On the restaurant chain’s menu, you can find various items, such as:
- Bowls
- Nachos
- Burritos
- Quesadillas
- Salads with a selection of proteins and a variety of ingredients
- Fresh guacamole
- Pico de gallo
- Salsas
- Prepared meals
- Taco kits
- Hot drinks
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History of QDOBA
Founded in 1995 as Zuma Fresh Mexican Grill in Denver, Colorado, QDOBA is a fast-casual Mexican food chain with around 800 locations in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The brand is known for using fresh ingredients, prepared daily by hand, to offer a variety of delicious options on its menu.
Customers can enjoy menu items by choosing from special options prepared by chefs for convenience, or by customizing their burritos, bowls, tacos, quesadillas, nachos, and salads according to their preferences. They can also add premium ingredients, such as three-cheese queso and handmade guacamole, at no extra cost.
For the sixth consecutive year, QDOBA has been recognized as the “Best Fast Casual Restaurant” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
When is National Guacamole Day?
National Guacamole Day is celebrated annually on September 16. It’s an unofficial holiday honoring guacamole, the classic Mexican dish made from avocados.
When is National Queso Day?
National Queso Day is celebrated every September 20. This date is dedicated to one of the most popular side items: melted cheese dip, also known as queso dip. Many restaurant chains use the occasion to offer special promotions, free samples, and discounts on cheesy menu items.
